Life has many ups and downs that can be difficult to navigate independently. I recognize the strength and bravery it takes to seek out support through therapy. I do my best to honor your vulnerability and risk in booking an appointment with a stranger by providing an open, collaborative, and empathic therapeutic environment.
Worksheets and homework, not your thing? Me either. In our sessions, I utilize a client-centered, non-directive approach where you can use the session as your space to work through what you need to at that moment. I view my role as your therapist to walk alongside you to help you heal, offer gentle guidance, and teach healthy coping skills to assist you in flourishing into the best version of yourself. I encourage art, play, self-care, connecting with nature and community, humor, and a desire for growth and change.
I attended the University of Southern California MSW program to specialize in early childhood trauma and play therapy. I am trained in and primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on changing unhelpful thought patterns, increasing mindfulness, and developing healthy coping skills. I am skilled at working with children (5-12), adolescents, and young adults. Areas I have the most experience with include religious trauma, early childhood abuse/neglect, LGBTQIA+ hardships, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief/loss, parenting difficulties, and fertility/post-partum challenges.
* To schedule a family therapy session please call (312) 546-4193
Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety / Stress / Worry / Stress Management
Bereavement / Grief and Loss Counseling
Bipolar Disorder
Bullying
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Depression
Gender Identity
Infertility Trauma
LGBTQIA+ Care
Life Coaching / Life Transition
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mood Disorders / Swings
Panic Attack
Parenting Counseling
Perinatal Mental Health
Play Therapy
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Self Esteem
Social Anxiety
Trans Affirming Care
Trauma
Women's Health Issues
Languages spoken
English
In-network insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Medicare
Self Pay
United
Education and training
University of Southern California - Master in Social Work